Armação

Armação is a beach break located on Brazil's southern coast where a narrow strip of developed land separates a shallow lagoon system from the Atlantic Ocean. The coastline runs northeast-southwest, facing east-northeast toward open water. The spot sits in a sheltered region with modest swell averaging 0.68m and low wind reliability at 2.0%, suggesting marginal wind conditions. The proximity of dense forest and residential areas to the beach creates potential wind shadow effects. Side-shore winds from the northwest (315°) would provide the safest kitesurfing angles parallel to the coast. Given the low average wind speeds (5.7 knots) and minimal wave heights, this spot is suited to beginner and light-wind specialists seeking flat-water or small-swell conditions. The shallow lagoon immediately inland offers an alternative practice area for learners, though water temperature averaging 21.1°C is moderate. Kiters should be aware of the limited fetch and wind consistency, making this primarily a fair-weather destination requiring careful monitoring of conditions.